Recommended cheer songs for elementary school students: popular tracks to listen to when you want a boost
I think many elementary school students are dealing with worries.
It would be great if they could talk to someone, but there are times when it’s hard to open up…
So in this article, we’ve gathered some encouragement songs we want worried elementary schoolers to listen to!
Encouragement songs can’t solve problems, but they can lift a heavy heart and give you the courage to take a step forward.
Give them a listen when you want a boost.
Upbeat tracks are perfect for sports days, and moving songs are also recommended for graduation ceremonies or farewell parties!
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Recommended cheer-up songs for elementary school students: Popular tracks to listen to when you want a boost (41–50)
shineieiri reo

Shine is the theme song for the drama Princess of the Frog and one of Leo Ieiri’s most popular tracks.
As its title suggests, it’s a powerful song that lifts up those who are feeling down.
Everyone has moments when their hard work doesn’t pay off and they end up in tears.
But it’s over only if you give up and lose faith in yourself.
Believe in yourself and aim for the goal.
This song teaches you the courage to get back up when you fall and gently gives a push to those who are doing their best.
Recommended cheer songs for elementary school students: Popular tracks to listen to when you want a boost (51–60)
OLAyuzu

Don’t you ever feel like nothing’s going your way today? At times like that, you want someone to cheer you up, right? Just listening to “OLA” fills you with energy, and the lyrics are so relatable—it’s perfect for when you’re feeling unsure of yourself.
And for elementary school kids, there are plenty of times when you worry about friendships.
This song gives you courage then, too.
If you’ve had a fight with a friend or you’re struggling with how to get along, let this song give you a push and try being honest with yourself.
MomotaroSuiyōbi no Campanella

A mysterious worldview.
It’s a track packed with the unique charm that only Wednesday Campanella can deliver.
The rapid-fire stream of game-related words might make it especially relatable for elementary school kids.
The sounds are so catchy that even adults will find themselves humming along.
I bet it’s fun to try imitating it, too! Though there’s a slightly downbeat vibe, it feels surreal—like an escapist dream journey.
Listening to “Momotarō” might just make your worries start to feel trivial!
PPAPPikotarō

When you’ve got something on your mind, you just want to brighten up those gloomy feelings, right? At times like that, I want to listen to a song that makes me laugh without thinking.
My recommendation is PIKOTARO’s “PPAP.” This track, which can be taken as both a song and a skit, naturally brings a smile thanks to PIKOTARO’s humor.
If you’re laughing without overthinking, your worries might just blow away before you know it.
Its silliness is addictive, so give it a listen whenever you’re feeling troubled.
It’d be great if it helps you feel like your worries are actually pretty small.
Headlong MarchKanjani∞

Even when things are tough at school, Kanjani Eight’s “Gamushara Koshinkyoku” can instantly lift your spirits.
Released in 2014, the song was used as the theme for the drama “Hell Teacher Nube,” starring group member Ryuhei Maruyama.
“Gamushara” means throwing yourself into something without overthinking—just going all in.
Even if you’re going through hard or sad times, unleash that full-on elementary school energy and dance and go wild to this song however you like! Do that, and your troubles will blow away, and you’ll feel ready to give it your best again.
A million years of happiness!!Kuwata Keisuke

With lyrics by Momoko Sakura and music by Keisuke Kuwata of Southern All Stars, this song served as the ending theme for the anime Chibi Maruko-chan.
Its warmly hopeful sound and lyrics make its enduring popularity easy to understand—truly outstanding.
For elementary school students who are about to open up their future—wondering what to aim for, what to become—this is a song I especially want them to hear.
It tells you that a radiant future, and someone who loves you with open arms, are waiting for you.
Dream FighterPerfume

“Dream Fighter” is a song by Perfume, a technopop unit active worldwide, and it was their eighth single, released in 2008.
It reached No.
2 on the Oricon Singles Chart.
With lyrics that say, “No matter what happens, if you keep walking forward, you’ll someday grasp your dream,” and with the members, unusually for Perfume, really projecting their voices, it truly feels like a cheer song.
The music video also showcases their trademark dancing, so how about using it for a sports day dance?



